Irish Vegetables Diabetic
Discover the perfect balance of hearty and healthy with this Irish Vegetables Diabetic recipe, a flavorful and nutrient-packed dish crafted to support balanced blood sugar levels. Featuring a medley of vibrant vegetables like carrots, turnips, cabbage, and zucchini, this low-carb, low-sodium recipe is gently simmered in an herbed vegetable broth infused with thyme and parsley for a comforting flavor profile. Quick to prepare in just 45 minutes, it makes a satisfying, diabetes-friendly option for weeknight dinners or meal prepping. Garnished with fresh parsley for a touch of brightness, this dish is ideal as a standalone meal or a wholesome side. Perfect for anyone seeking a delicious, vegetable-forward meal that’s both heart-healthy and blood-sugar conscious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 large Onion, diced
- 2 medium Carrots, peeled and sliced thinly
- 1 medium Turnip, peeled and cubed
- 2 cups Cabbage, shredded
- 1 medium Zucchini, sliced
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 cups Vegetable broth, low-sodium
- 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon Dried parsley
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the pot, cooking for 3-4 minutes until softened and fragrant.
Stir in the sliced carrots and cubed turnip, cooking for another 5 minutes.
Add the shredded cabbage and sliced zucchini, stirring occasionally, and cook for 3 more minutes.
Pour in the vegetable broth and stir in the dried thyme, dried parsley, salt, and black pepper.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot with a lid.
Let the vegetables simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until they are tender but not overcooked.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Serve hot, garnished with freshly chopped parsley for a burst of flavor and color.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
510 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.4 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1624 mg | 71% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 58.0 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.7 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.8 g | ||
| Protein | 9.0 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 267 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 2098 mg | 45% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
